Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Energy Balls Recipe with Dark Chocolate Chips for Healthy Snacks
Quick and easy no-bake energy balls made with peanut butter, oats, honey, and dark chocolate chips. Perfect for a healthy snack on-the-go with a chewy texture and rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 energy balls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups (135 g) rolled oats
- ¾ cup (180 g) natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- ¼ cup (85 g) honey
- ½ cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips (60-70% cocoa)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the oats and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Add peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract; mix well until evenly combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently.
- Chill the mixture in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Scoop out roughly a tablespoon-sized amount and roll into balls; place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the energy balls for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
If the mixture is too sticky, add more oats; if too dry, add extra honey or peanut butter. Chill the mixture well before rolling to help it hold shape. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to 3 months. Use natural peanut butter for best texture and flavor. Vegan version can be made by substituting honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 energy ball (about
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
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